Fwd: Discounts for Veterans on ShopVCS.com, New PSA w/ Tom Hanks, VA Partners with Clergy

Resources for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors

#VetResources - for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors Have a resource to share? Tweet it using #VetResources Top brands and exclusive deals for Veterans at ShopVCS.com Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has a new online shopping benefit exclusively for Veterans enrolled in VA Healthcare, their families and VA employees at ShopVCS.com. Proceeds from purchases are given back in support of VA programs such as: National Rehabilitation Adaptive Sports Games, Vets Crisis Suicide Prevention, Fisher House, Women Veteran Programs, National Disaster Relief, Homelessness Veterans programs, and much more. LEARN MORE New PSA with Tom Hanks urges everyone to 'Be There for Veterans' VA, in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, is promoting its "Be There for Veterans" public service announcement (PSA) as part of VA's larger #BeThere (BeThereForVeterans.com) campaign. In the video, narrated by actor and filmmaker Tom Hanks, VA issues an urgent call to action: reach out to Veterans who may be in need. WATCH Hurricane tips for Veterans and families Are You Ready for Hurricane Season? Hurricane Season is June 1 – Nov. 30. Never underestimate the value of being prepared. The information linked below may help you learn more about hurricanes, hazards associated with hurricanes and what you can do to prepare. LEARN MORE VA Podcast: Local Clergy and VA partner to help Veterans through Faith This episode of Borne the Battle focuses on a resource for local clergy to further recognize Veteran stressors that may lead to crisis and to understand VA benefits and programs available. Working together, VA hopes to provide more tools to clergy as they reach out to Veterans within their congregations and communities. LEARN MORE Did you know the National Resource Directory has more than 14,000 vetted resources available to you right now? Featured Resource: TSA TSA offers special assistance for Wounded Warriors and Veterans. To find out how to access this service, visit the TSA website for information on the necessary procedures and screening efforts that can help you have a smooth experience at the airport. Find a VA Facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Not sure where to start?  VA WELCOME KIT   Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?  Did you know that VA offers same day services in Primary Care and Mental Health at 172 VA Medical Centers across the country? Make the Connection Resource Locator Talk with other Veterans who have walked in your shoes on RallyPoint. Contact the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255.) What's your best drill instructor/drill Sergeant story?  Barracks inspection horror stories: What's the worst you've seen? Want to receive this newsletter or other VA updates? Disclaimer: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services on the part of the VA. Keep updated and let us know how we're doing. You have received this message because you are subscribed to Veterans Affairs. Access your Subscriber Preferences to make changes to your subscription or Unsubscribe. Get this as a forward? Sign Up to receive updates from Veterans Affairs. Having questions or problems? Please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com for assistance. If you are in crisis and need immediate help, please call 1-800-273-8255 and (PRESS 1) or visit http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/. Please remember the only secure way to ask personal questions is at https://iris.custhelp.com. Explore VA benefits at explore.va.gov

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